Mercedes-Benz G-Class: Impairment of ESP and ABS

31/03/2023

Mercedes-Benz is recalling 126,042 G-Class vehicles from the 2018 to 2022 production period to workshops worldwide. The reason for the measure is the front axle line set, which can chafe on the auxiliary radiator. Damage to this can lead to impairment of ESP and ABS.

In the workshop, the front axle line set is checked and replaced if necessary. In addition, a scuff guard is fitted. The action at the KBA runs under the reference code “012572“, while the action at Mercedes runs under the code “5491809“.

Recall details

Make:	Mercedes-Benz
Model:	G-Class
Year of manufacture:	2018 – 2022
Production:	2018 – 2022
Extent:	126,042
Code:	5491809

Source: KBA 012572

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